Lake Mburo National Park is the closest park to both Kampala and Entebbe. Lake Mburo National Park is located approximately 240 kilometers from Kampala and only 30 Kilometers from Mbarara – the biggest town in Western Uganda.
Where is Lake Mburo National Park?
Lake Mburo National Park is located in western Uganda, approximately 228 kilometers (about a 4–5-hour drive) from Kampala and 290 kilometers from Entebbe International Airport. It lies along the Kampala–Mbarara highway, making it a convenient stopover for travelers en route to Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth National Park, or Lake Bunyonyi.
This accessibility has made Lake Mburo the go-to park for travelers with limited time but who still want to experience Uganda’s wildlife. Its location halfway between Kampala and the southwestern highlands makes it especially popular for short safaris, weekend getaways, and family holidays.
The park is easily accessed by both Air and road means of transport but road transport is the most used. This because by road, one is able to see other beautiful things along the way. The distance is covered in a 3 and a half hours road drive if coming from Kampala.
By Air
Flying from Entebbe Airport to Lake Mburo National Park can take you over 290km. The national park is neighbored by four big districts of Uganda which include Mbarara town, Lyantonde, Isingiro North and Kiruhura.
By Road
From Entebbe airport to Lake Mburo National Park, its approximately 290km. Lake Mburo National Park is not only the Uganda’s smallest national park but also Uganda’s closest park to Visit both from Kampala or Entebbe.
Lake Mburo National Park can be accessed through three main gates: Kyanyanshara Gate, Nshara Gate, and Sanga Gate. Kyanyanshara Gate is 18 km south of Akageti Trading Center, which is 14 km west of Lyantonde. Nshara Gate is located along a 9 km dirt road, 500 meters west of Akagate. The park is about a 4-hour drive from Kampala, depending on weather conditions and any stops along the way, such as a visit to the Mpambire Trading Center or the Equator at Kayabwe. Alternatively, you can access the park via Mbarara using Sanga or Nshara gates, both of which are approximately 2 km from the Rwonyo Park headquarters.
Distance From Entebbe Airport to Lake Mburo National Park
Recommended Agencies Hiring Cars for Self Guided Trips
It is important to obtain your rental car from a reliable car rental agency. The long drive requires a reliable 4×4 vehicle. The popular vehicle options for journeys into Bwindi Impenetrable National Park are Toyota Rav4 and Toyota Land Cruiser TX, Land Cruiser V8 and GX. A few rental agencies offer the luxurious Toyota Land Cruiser Hard Top and Land Cruiser LX.
Here are recommended agencies;